Edison International
S&P 500Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32
Dividend Safety Rating
EIX's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 37.1% earnings payout ratio & 24.2% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: 212.4% fcf payout ratio & 0.7x current ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 5.16% 5-year CAGR. As a utility, higher payout ratios and leverage are typical for this regulated sector.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 37.1%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 24.2%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
- Operating Margin: 27.5%Healthy operating margin provides a wide buffer.
Risks
- FCF Payout Ratio: 212.4%Free cash flow is tight relative to the dividend.
- Current Ratio: 0.7xLimited short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
- Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.
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Very SafeAbout Edison International
Edison International is a utility holding company that serves as the parent of Southern California Edison, a major electric utility distributing electricity to 5 million customers across a 50,000-square-mile area in Southern California, excluding Los Angeles. Through its subsidiaries, the company generates, transmits, and distributes electric power while also owning interests in nonutility businesses focused on energy-related products, services, and technologies, including renewable energy initiatives. Southern California Edison operates as a regulated electric utility, managing a vast infrastructure to deliver reliable power to residential, commercial, and industrial users in one of the nation's most populous regions. Edison International plays a critical role in the utilities sector by supporting energy transition efforts and providing essential services amid growing demands for sustainable electricity. Headquartered in Rosemead, California, the company maintains a strong presence in the regulated electric power market, contributing to regional energy stability and infrastructure development.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
4.95%
Annual Dividend
$3.41
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
37.07%
FCF Payout Ratio
212.44%
Stock Price
$68.95
52-Week Range
$47.73 – $76.22
Dividend History (2016–2025)
EIX annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
EIX earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
April 7, 2026
Last Payment Date
April 30, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
5.28%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
5.16%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
6.69%
3-Year Total Growth
16.69%
5-Year Total Growth
28.58%
10-Year Total Growth
91.11%
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